World coal use to hit record high in 2024: IEA report DW 12/18/2024Global coal consumption is set to reach record levels in 2024, contrary to climate change objectives.
Coal use to reach new peak and remain at near-record levels for yearsCoal use is expected to rise due to a global gas crisis, reaching new highs in 2023 and potentially remaining elevated through 2027.
World coal use to hit record high in 2024: IEA report DW 12/18/2024Global coal consumption is set to reach record levels in 2024, contrary to climate change objectives.
Coal use to reach new peak and remain at near-record levels for yearsCoal use is expected to rise due to a global gas crisis, reaching new highs in 2023 and potentially remaining elevated through 2027.
Coal-filled trains are likely sending people to the hospitalRailroad coal trains can impact public health by increasing air pollutants, contributing to premature mortality, asthma-related episodes, and hospital admissions in communities near the tracks.
Fossil fuel use, emissions hit record highs in 2023, industry report saysRenewables' share of global energy consumption reaches nearly 15 percent, an all-time high.